'I was riveted by Sweat and its extraordinary tale of the ups and downs of exercise over millennia' Jane Fonda'Does what all good history books should do: take the past and make it vastly more human' The Times_________________________From the author of Insomniac City 'who can tackle just about any subject in book form, and make you glad he did' (San Francisco Chronicle): a cultural, scientific, literary, and personal history of exerciseExercise is our modern obsession, and we have the fancy workout gear and fads to prove it. Exercise - a form of physical activity distinct from sports, play, or athletics - was an ancient obsession, too, but as a chapter in human history, it's been largely overlooked. In Sweat, Bill Hayes runs, jogs, swims, spins, walks, bikes, boxes, lifts, sweats, and downward-dogs his way through the origins of different forms of exercise, chronicling how they have evolved over time, and dissecting the dynamics of human movement.Hippocrates, Plato, Galen, Susan B. Ant
128,000 letters. Over 20,000 cows. Can you find them all?Welcome to the word search that tests just how much you really like cows.From the first page to the last, the cows multiply, starting with a single 'COW' on page one, two on page two, and so forth, leading up to a staggering 200 cows on page 200. In total, over 20,000 cows are hidden within this legendairy puzzle challenge. Part unclimbable mountain, part mindful word search, this book offers a unique way to blend cognitive exercise with relaxation.Craving a serene but stimulating getaway from life's chaos? 20,000 Cows provides just the right balance of calm and complexity. 200 Pages of Puzzles: Each page increases the cows you need to find, making each puzzle progressively more challenging. Fun for All Ages: Perfect for kids, adults, and seniors looking to enhance their pattern recognition and concentration skills.Unleash your Cow-petitive Side: Compete with friends and family to see who can spot the most cows. It's an un-bull-i
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